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Can soft tissue swelling be seen on a ct scan?

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Dr. Michael Korona answered

Specializes in Radiology - Interventional

Depends : On area involved, but swelling often can be seen on ct scans.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/10/2013

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